Belfast Official Private City Tour
Belfast, United Kingdom

Belfast Official Private City Tour

Outty Ranking 56 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $613
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56/100

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Is Belfast Official Private City Tour worth booking?

Belfast Official Private City Tour is a 3-hour experience in Belfast, United Kingdom, from $613 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
3 hours
From
$613 per person

Appreciating the historical context of Belfast’s conflict-related attractions can be tricky on a self-led tour. Benefit from the undivided attention of your guide on a private tour of city sights and murals, and gain intimate insight into landmarks such as the Shankill murals, Clonard Monastery, and Titanic Quarter. Transfer between dispersed points of interest with ease via private vehicle, and relax with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Belfast is a beautiful vibrant city with a thriving nightlife scene it is a popular holiday destination, but has a chequered past. . Out of the chaos came some of Belfast’s most recognisable landmarks, its amazingly painted Murals. Our Belfast City Sightseeing Tour will take you from east to west, north to south taking in both sides of the community and how they depicted their war efforts through amazingly detailed Art. We guarantee to offer a friendly, professional experience that no traveller should miss.

What you get

    About this experience

    Appreciating the historical context of Belfast’s conflict-related attractions can be tricky on a self-led tour. Benefit from the undivided attention of your guide on a private tour of city sights and murals, and gain intimate insight into landmarks such as the Shankill murals, Clonard Monastery, and Titanic Quarter. Transfer between dispersed points of interest with ease via private vehicle, and relax with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Belfast is a beautiful vibrant city with a thriving nightlife scene it is a popular holiday destination, but has a chequered past. . Out of the chaos came some of Belfast’s most recognisable landmarks, its amazingly painted Murals. Our Belfast City Sightseeing Tour will take you from east to west, north to south taking in both sides of the community and how they depicted their war efforts through amazingly detailed Art. We guarantee to offer a friendly, professional experience that no traveller should miss.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • See the Bobby Sands, Falls Road, and Shankill political murals up close
    • Visit the infamous Peace Line&Peace Wall Sign Your Name&Leave a Message of Peace&Hope
    • Benefit from the personalized service and itinerary of a private tour
    • Learn more about the city’s former conflict from your guide
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Let your driver handle navigation, leaving you free to admire the city
    • Optimize your time with hassle-free round-trip transfer from your hotel
    • Gain intimate insight into Belfast’s history and culture from your guide
    • Professional Qualified Local Guide

    Not included

    • Tip for your Guide
    • Upgrade to Top of The Range Luxury Mercedes Benz V-Class for £30(Where Available)
    • Airport Transfers Extra Charges
    • Train and Bus Stations Central Belfast Only (Extra Costs Outside Central Belfast)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Divis

      Divis Tower: Rises near the interface between Falls Road and Shankill Road.

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    2. International Mural Wall Divis Street

      International Wall Mural and Falls Road. You will see the Politically charged murals and street art painted by ex-Prisoners of War. An amazing street art collection. You will learn all about the recent conflict that lasted 30+ years

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Peace Wall

      You will visit the peace wall and peace line that still stands to this very day. The two communities are still bitterly divided, you will learn a lot of Irish history and you can write your name and a message of peace.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Get photos of the most popular mural in Belfast, IRA volunteer and Martyr Bobby Sands who died on Hunger Strike in 1981.

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Clonard Monastery

      Clonard Monastery: Built in 1897 by the Naughton brothers. A Large Roman Catholic Monastery that sits in No-mans land between the peace line.

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    6. A visit to Clonard Martyrs memorial garden to learn about the start of the present conflict in 1969.Commemorating: Fallen Volunteers of "C" Company, 2nd Battalion, Belfast Brigade, Oglaigh na hEireann. Civilian casualties from the Greater Clonard area. Deceased Republican prisoners from the Greater Clonard area 1916-1970

      15 minutes here · Admission included

    7. Shankill Road

      Visit the King William Mural, as well as the Loyalist Murals and memorials on the Shankill Road including paramilitary murals of both the UFF, UDA and Ulster Volunteer Force. Learn all about Ulster Loyalism.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    8. Belfast Castle

      The first Belfast Castle was built by the Normans in Belfast city centre in the late 12th century.A visit to Belfast Castle which has wonderful views and vistas over Belfast and beyond.Belfast Castle is set on the slopes of Cavehill Country Park, Belfast, Northern Ireland, in a prominent position 400 feet above sea level. Its location provides unobstructed views of the city of Belfast and Belfast Lough.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    9. Albert Memorial Clock Tower

      The Albert Memorial Clock is a clock tower situated at Queen's Square in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It was completed in 1869 and is one of the best known landmarks of Belfast

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    10. Big Fish

      The Big Fish also called The Salmon of Knowledge is a printed ceramic mosaic sculpture by John Kindness. The 10-metre-long statue was constructed in 1999 and installed on Donegall Quay in Belfast, near the Lagan Lookout and Custom House

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    11. St Peter's Cathedral

      Saint Peter's Cathedral, Belfast. is the Roman Catholic cathedral church for the Diocese of Down and Connor, and is therefore the episcopal seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Down and Connor. It is located in the Divis Street area of the Falls Road in Belfast, Northern Ireland and construction began in the 1860s

      10 minutes here · Admission included

    12. The Beacon of Hope or Thanksgiving Square Beacon is a £300,000 public art metal sculpture by Andy Scott 19.5 metres high constructed in 2007 in Thanksgiving Square in Belfast. As with other public works of art in the island of Ireland the sculpture has been given several nicknames. These include Nuala with the Hula (credited to Gerard Doyle), the Belle on the Ball, the Thing with the Ring or the Angel of Thanksgiving.It is currently the second largest public art sculpture in Belfast, after Rise on Broadway Roundabout.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 14 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Giants Causeway Tours

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Value for money

    1 mention

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Pace and timing

    1 mention

    Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Belfast Official Private City Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    L300TFcarriew · July 2024

    Private tour

    Barry was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable about the area and its history. He took us to beautiful spots we would not have seen otherwise.

    Response from the operator: Thanks again and hopefully see you again soon! Barry 😀☘️👌

    via Tripadvisor

    gaz88979 · June 2024

    Loves this place. Will deffo return for sure.

    I loved this place. Don't use the bus or visit gift centre they rip you off. Just walk down at your own pace all for FREE! Allan's tour taks you here from Belfast for a great value tour.!

    Response from the operator: Glad you enjoyed your Tour today with us! Barry

    via Tripadvisor

    L5995LImarkf · September 2022

    Best Tour in Belfast

    Barry gave us a fantastic tour of Belfast that of course included the Troubles areas, the Peace Walls and quite a few of the murals seen throughout the city! His narration was full of Irish and British history throughout NI and Ireland. His dialogue went well beyond history, covering the religious aspects of the country, the culture, and touched a bit on politics. His knowledge of both history back to the Celts and Vikings was much appreciated. And his grasp of current events was spot on. He even offered to get us to the train station the next day for our trip to Dublin. A top shelf tour indeed, and an equally top shelf tour guide!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    lynndI9592FY · August 2022

    Belfast/Giant's Causeway

    Barry was a wonderful tour guide--so very informative and friendly. Really enjoyed everything he showed us on our private tour to Giant's Causeway and around Belfast.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Giants Causeway Tours, who run 9 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 58.3.

    See everything Giants Causeway Tours runs

    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)88
    Review evidence (18% weight)21
    Booking momentum (14% weight)10
    Value for money (12% weight)29
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Belfast Official Private City Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Belfast.

    How much does Belfast Official Private City Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $613 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Belfast usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Belfast Official Private City Tour take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Belfast is not rushed.

    Is Belfast Official Private City Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Belfast, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Belfast Official Private City Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Belfast Official Private City Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Belfast Official Private City Tour?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Belfast can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Belfast and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Belfast Official Private City Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Belfast within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Belfast?

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    On Outty we rank every Belfast experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include A History of Terror - Belfast City Centre Walking Tour, Belfast Black Taxi Tour: Private Journey Through History, Belfast's Political Mural Taxi Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Belfast?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Belfast?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Belfast Official Private City Tour?

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    Included: Private transportation; See the Bobby Sands, Falls Road, and Shankill political murals up close; Visit the infamous Peace Line&Peace Wall Sign Your Name&Leave a Message of Peace&Hope; Benefit from the personalized service and itinerary of a private tour; and Learn more about the city’s former conflict from your guide. Not included: Tip for your Guide; Upgrade to Top of The Range Luxury Mercedes Benz V-Class for £30(Where Available); Airport Transfers Extra Charges; and Train and Bus Stations Central Belfast Only (Extra Costs Outside Central Belfast). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Belfast Official Private City Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 41 listed pickup locations in and around Belfast. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Belfast Official Private City Tour offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Belfast Official Private City Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Belfast Official Private City Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Belfast Official Private City Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Belfast. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Belfast Official Private City Tour?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

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